
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy
USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide
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Provided by Cassidy Levy Kent
Cassidy Levy Kent (USA) LLP is a top-rated international trade law boutique based in Washington DC specializing in trade remedies, customs, market access, trade policy and trade negotiations. Among other work, the firm’s lawyers bring unique client service and perspective via their work in close collaboration with its partners at top-ranked Cassidy Levy Kent (Canada) LLP on shared matters for US and Canadian clients. The firm also relies extensively on its accomplished in-house team of economists to achieve superior results for clients in trade remedies, customs, and other matters.
As one of the largest trade groups in North America, the firm is known for its expertise in antidumping, countervailing duty and safeguard litigation, including its deep bench and its thorough case development and prosecution before the U.S. International Trade Commission and U.S. Department of Commerce.
The firm is well-regarded by clients and decision-makers for its compliance practice before U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for its work in Section 301 matters before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and in Commerce’s Section 232 national security investigations and implementation.
Clients (11)
- Whirlpool
- U.S. Biodiesel Industry
- U.S. Sugar Industry
- Husqvarna
- U. S. Steel
- Leggett & Platt
- Tempur-Sealy
- Mattel
- Honeywell
- Chemours
- Delta Air Lines
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Work Highlights
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Cassidy Levy Kent represented Nidec Corporation Japan through an internal investigation into potentially deliberate country-of-origin misclassification on imported goods.
Strengths
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Cassidy Levy Kent is quick to respond, understands the needs of the business and provides practical advice.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSACassidy Levy Kent's lawyers are on top of it. They listen very well, answer our numerous questions and steer us through the very complicated world of US Customs and US Commerce.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAWe have rarely collaborated with lawyers that are so responsive and flexible.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSACassidy Levy Kent combines deep technical expertise in trade and customs law with unmatched insight into the political and policy landscape in Washington, DC.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSACassidy Levy Kent provides excellent legal analysis and a pragmatic, client-oriented approach.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Thomas Beline
Thomas Beline represents both foreign government and US companies in trade disputes. He regularly acts in antidumping and countervailing duty cases. Thomas combines legal expertise with policy insight, allowing him to anticipate developments long before they are formalized. What sets Thomas apart is his rare blend of technical precision, political awareness and business practicality. He doesn’t just advise on the law; he helps us navigate where policy is heading.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAThomas has been a blessing for us. His advice and insights on policy and trade matters has been invaluable to our long-term strategy.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAWe appreciate Thomas' awareness of our commercial needs but also how he is very succinct and precise in the advice he gives and doesn't cloud it with extras.
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Band 5 
Band 5 
Yohai Baisburd
Yohai Baisburd works on fraud investigations and internal compliance programs, among other matters. He also supports clients on customs classification and exemptions. Yohai Baisburd is an expert in the field; he is practical, accessible and cost conscious.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAYohai brings a lot of real world experience to the team that is greatly appreciated.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAYohai has deep experience in a wide variety of trade matters. He provides a holistic approach to trade law, meets his clients where they are and is an effective communicator and collaborator.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
James R. Cannon Jr.
James Cannon is a trade litigation specialist who acts on antidumping and countervailing duty matters. His client base includes those in the food, chemical and metals sectors. James is very professional and responsive.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAJames continues to provide great advice in this space.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
Band 4 
Band 4 
Myles S Getlan
Myles Getlan frequently works with clients on trade remedies litigation. He has diverse sector expertise which covers, among others, the agriculture, chemicals and energy industries. Myles is always responsive and engaged. He understands our business and where he doesn't understand, he asks the right questions to ensure he understands the needs and the overall outlook we have in a particular situation.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSAMyles is very practical in terms of how he approaches these issues. He is knowledgeable and has years of experience that he can bring into current discussion. He is a good, strong lawyer.
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
Band 5 
Band 5 
Mary Jane Alves
Mary Jane Alves has a notable practice in antidumping cases and supply chain issues. She represents clients from a range of sectors including chemicals, steel and electronics.
Ranked Individuals at Cassidy Levy Kent (7)
Members
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Sarah Shulman

Jonathan Zielinski

David Sanders

Nicole Brunda

Laurance Frierson

Robert Cassidy

William Baldwin

Daniel Calhoun

Charles Levy

Ulrika Swanson

Stephen Laufer

James Ransdell

Thomas Graham

Chase Dunn

Mary Jane Alves

Thomas Beline
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Yohai Baisburd
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James R. Cannon Jr.
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Myles S Getlan
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Mary Jane Alves
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